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A budget airline has rejected climate change concerns to push ahead with extending its controversial "all you can fly" scheme. Wizz Air's chief executive József Váradi plans to open up the airline's scheme to another 15,000 members in the coming weeks. A similar number of passes were sold out within two days when the scheme first launched in August. Váradi claimed there had been "huge demand", leading to calls for […]

Spain is a beloved destination among Britons but holidaymakers and expats have been warned they may face floods.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) provided Britons in Spain and those planning a trip there with some new information about recent flooding.The FCDO stated: "Severe weather and flooding is affecting many areas of Southern and Eastern Spain, particularly the Valencia region and Castilla La Mancha. Journeys may be affected. "Check the […]

Severe storms have wreaked havoc on air travel at Barcelona airport, causing significant disruptions for thousands of UK passengers.Major airlines including British Airways and easyJet have been affected by the extreme weather conditions. Barcelona-El Prat Airport has experienced numerous flight diversions, cancellations, and substantial delays. Óscar Puente, Spain's transport minister, has established a crisis committee to monitor the situation at the travel hub. The committee will assess the impact of […]

A British Airways pilot has tragically died during a layover in St Lucia. The 47-year-old pilot reportedly collapsed at a luxury hotel on the Caribbean island ahead of his death.The sudden death occurred while the crew was between flights, leading to the cancellation of Flight BA2158 from Vieux Fort to London Gatwick.The unexpected incident left British Airways staff deeply affected, with the airline now offering support to those impacted by […]

Flight staff onboard a Ryanair plane alerted Spanish authorities of disruptive passengers ahead of landing in Tenerife, with one passenger reportedly urinating in an aisle.The flight departed from East Midlands Airport just after 6am last Monday and was due to arrive at Tenerife South Airport four and a half hours later. However, during the journey, the crew requested police assistance once the plane landed at its destination as passengers were […]

A new bridge located on one of the busiest motorways in the UK is set to open next Monday with drivers warned to expect delays as diversions get put in place.The bridge, located on Junction 10 of the M25, which provides access to Wisley Lane near Woking, will open to pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders on November 11. While the opening marks one of the first large-scale accomplishments by National […]

British holidaymakers have been issued a warning as flash floods sweep through the Spanish coastal town of Cadaquésin Girona, causing widespread destruction as dozens of vehicles were carried away.Severe flooding has resulted in 32 cars being washed away by the torrent, creating a dangerous blockage at a local bridge.The disaster struck in the early hours of Friday morning, marking another serious flooding incident along Spain's Mediterranean coastline.It comes just over […]

An intoxicated Tui passenger was handcuffed to his seat mid-flight due to his “obscene” behaviour 36,000 feet in the air.Alexander Rogers, 40, shouted vile abuse at cabin crew whilst on an eight-hour flight from Mexico to Manchester Airport.The self-employed scaffolder launched into a vile rant where he called one steward an “Arab b****h”.The 40-year-old caused such a ruckus that two off-duty police officers who were on the flight had to […]

Rome is a beautiful city in Italy and one that is much loved by British holidaymakers. However, Britons making a trip there between December 24, 2024, and January 6, 2026, should heed specific guidance.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) provided new information on the Jubilee, which is taking place in Rome from late December.Britons were told: "The Jubilee, known as the Holy Year, will take place in Rome from […]